Anastasia Potapova has switched nationality from Russian to Austrian after her utility for citizenship was accepted.
Russia has been banned from competing in crew competitions because the invasion of Ukraine, prohibiting Potapova from taking part in within the Billie Jean King Cup.
The 24-year-old, who represented Russia in that match in 2018 and 2019, might be eligible to play for Austria subsequent 12 months.
“I’m delighted to allow you to all know that my utility for citizenship has been accepted by the Austrian authorities,” Potapova wrote on Instagram.
“Austria is a spot I really like, is extremely welcoming and a spot the place I really feel completely at residence. I really like being in Wien [Vienna] and sit up for making my second residence there.
“As a part of this I’m proud to announce that ranging from 2026 I might be representing my new homeland Austria in my skilled tennis profession from this level onwards.”
